Sonnen won't take the fight. His medical suspension from injuries against Marquardt would seriously cut into his training camp. It's not a definite no since I haven't talked to the man himself, but the buzz is it ain't happening.

There's not enough time for Sonnen to train for this fight, and I wonder if Maia has enough time as well. Heck, looking at the 185 rankings, all of the top five will probably be unable to take the fight. Maybe they'll get another 205er for him? All those top guys are busy too....

Yeah this sucks. Even without the short notice, is there anyone at middleweight who would stand a chance? I mean, Sonnen will get worked, picked apart on the feet and even if he gets some takedowns Silva's guard is too good, he'll get out or submit him. Maia wouldn't even get that far, he'll just get picked apart on his feet.